Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Pokédex Privacy Policy. This policy explains how StennMedia ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you use our Pokémon database application (the "Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Account Information: Username, email address, password (encrypted)
• Profile Information: Display name, avatar, preferences
• Communication: Messages sent through our support channels
• Usage Data: How you interact with our Service

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Usage Analytics: Pages visited, time spent, features used
• Cookies and Tracking: Session data and preferences
• Location Data: General location based on IP address

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To operate and maintain the Pokédex application
• Account Management: To create and manage your user account
• Personalization: To customize your experience and provide recommendations
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Security: To protect against fraud and unauthorized access
• Analytics: To improve our Service and develop new features
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our Service
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure data storage and backup procedures

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. We use cookies for:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic Service functionality
• Analytics Cookies: To understand how users interact with our Service
• Preference Cookies: To remember your settings and preferences

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-out: Opt out of certain data processing activities

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information during such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.